Xingyiquan, The Mother Fists, Volumes I & II

This comprehensive two set instructional video series was primarily
designed to follow Jiang Rong Qiao's book, "Xingyiquan Mu Quan"
(Xingyi Mother Fists) which has been translated by Joseph Crandall. The
translation is available in our store, and a special offering of the book with
the video is available on the Specials page at an additional savings.***

This series sets a new standard in martial arts videos
in art, content, and technology. It offers both information covered in
Jiang Rong Qiao's classic and then some including thorough insight
into solid basics and internal applications, advanced variations and training
methods, and striking and grappling concepts based on the Five Elements
(or, phases) of early Chinese philosophy.

Most striking is the artistic layout coupled with the most recent
advancements in chaptering and sub-chaptering which makes for
easy access to the abundance of in-depth information presented on both
volumes as follows:

VOLUME I:

Introduction

This chapter presents basic information on Xingyiquan's development
by Yueh Wumu (also known as Yueh Fei) to its resurrection by Ji Long Feng,
as well as Gerald A. Sharp's direct connection to Jiang Rong Qiao's lineage,
and Sharp's teachers: Zou Shuxian (Jiang's daughter) & Cheng Jie Feng, a
senior grand student of Jiang Rong Qiao.

Xing Yi Qi Gong

This chapter presents the entire Xingyi Nei Gong as covered in
Jiang's book and taught to him by Zhang Zao Dong. This form has been
imitated in other videos covering Xingyiquan practice, but is authentically
presented here in stark detail for the first time. See the nei kung and
liangong practice based on Xingyi that further served as the basis of
development for such practices as I-Chuan.

Xingyi Basics

Covered are the basic hands and footwork used in Xingyiquan practice
in general as well as in the practice of the Mother Fists. A concise, yet
comprehensive, examination is presented for the basic fist and palm,
Number 8 Palm, Tiger's Eye, Make Ready Stance, Advancing, Retreating,
Turning, and Chicken Stepping. Also covered thoroughly are Xingyi Wuji
and the San Cai (Three Bodies Taiji form). Also known as the San Ti posture,
careful attention is given to establishing the internal frequency, projecting,
cultivating, gathering, and storing energy.

Pi Quan (Splitting Fist)

Sub-Chaptered as Follows (Forms & Applications):

Forms:

This chapter presents the concept of Splitting that is based on the element
(or, phase) of Metal. Both of the traditional Splitting Fist forms are covered
in detail. Each form is practiced slowly once, and then with fa-jing (explosive
force). Also covered are how to cultivate, gather, and store energy from
practice.

Applications:

In this chapter, Splitting is used in self-defense scenarios to defend against
bare-hand and weapons aggression. Covered are Stability, Rooting, as well
as Striking, Grappling (Suai Jiao), Takedowns, and Submissions using
Splitting as a reference from the point of attack.

Zuan Quan (Drilling Fist)

Sub-Chaptered as Follows (Forms & Applications):

Forms:

This chapter presents the concept of Drilling which is based on the element
(or, phase) of Water. Both the parrying and upper cut of the traditional
Drilling Fist form are covered in detail. The form is practiced slowly once,
and then with fa-jing (explosive force). Also covered are how to cultivate,
gather, and store energy from practice.

Applications:

In this chapter, Drilling is used in self-defense scenarios to defend against
bare-hand and weapons aggression. Covered are Wrapping to parry or
deflect and different ways to use the upper cut, as well as Wrapping
to gain advantage in the Standing Position phase of Grappling (Suai Jiao).
Also shown areTakedowns and Submissions using Drilling as a reference
from the point of attack.

VOLUME II:

Beng Quan (Bursting Fist)

Sub-Chaptered as Follows (Forms & Applications):

Forms:

This chapter presents the concept of Bursting which is based on the element
(or, phase) of Wood. All four variations of the traditional Bursting Fist form are
presented and covered in detail. Each form is practiced slowly once,
and then with fa-jing (explosive force). Also covered are how to cultivate,
gather, and store energy from practice.

Applications:

In this chapter, Bursting is used in self-defense scenarios to defend against
bare-hand and weapons aggression. Covered are Entering to strike the body
and shin kicks and take downs for the "Cat Goes Up and Down the Tree," an
integral aspect of the Bursting forms practice. Also covered are Striking,
Grappling (Suai Jiao), Takedowns, and Submissions using Bursting as a
reference from the point of attack.

Pao Quan (Pounding Fist)

Sub-Chaptered as Follows (Forms & Applications):

Forms:

This chapter presents the concept of Pounding which is based on the
element (or, phase) of Fire. Both the angular manipulation of the center
line and the canon punch of the traditional Pounding Fist form are
covered in detail. The form is practiced slowly once, and then with fa-jing
(explosive force). Also covered are how to cultivate, gather, and store
energy from practice.

Also presented are the advanced training methods of "Fists of
Fire" and "Corners of Fire" for developing fluidity in both
striking and moving.

Applications:

In this chapter, Pounding is used in self-defense scenarios to defend
against bare-hand and weapons aggression. Covered are techniques for
manipulating the center line to optimize Striking, Grappling (Suai Jiao),
Takedowns, and Submissions using Pounding as a reference from the
point of attack.

Heng Quan (Crossing Fist)

Sub-Chaptered as Follows (Forms & Applications):

Forms:

This chapter presents the concept of Crossing which is based on the
element (or, phase) of Earth. Both the circular manipulation of the center
line and the close-in hook of the traditional Crossing Fist form are
covered in detail. The form is practiced slowly once, and then with fa-jing
(explosive force). Also covered are how to cultivate, gather, and store
energy from practice.

Also presented are the advanced training methods of "The Crossing
Fist Method" and "Rotate Like the Earth" for developing f
luidity in striking and turning.

Applications:

In this chapter, Crossing is used in self-defense scenarios to defend
against bare-hand and weapons aggression. Covered are techniques for
manipulating the center line to optimize Striking, Grappling (Suai Jiao),
Takedowns, and Submissions using Crossing as a reference from the
point of attack.

Linking Sets:

Sub-Chaptered as Follows (Internalization, Mutual Creation, Mutual
Destruction, Single Linking, and End Credits):

Internalization of the Five Fists:

This form presents each of the Five Fists and their variations practiced
continuously, form by form. Each fist is practiced slowly, and then upon
returning to the San Cai form the breath and pulse are relaxed. Having done
that, each fist is followed by a vigorus repetition (with fa-jing) to develop
strength and stamina. This is an advanced internal challenge and workout.

Mutual Creation of the Five Fists:

This form presents each of the Five Fists and their variations practiced
continuously, one to the next. A scrolling introduction to the form presents
the legend to evoke morality in the warrior who practices this form.
Encouraging enlightenment of the mutual creative cycle of Five Elements
in the natural world around us.

Mutual Destruction of the Five Fists:

Thought originally to interpret the destructive cycle of the Five Fists,
this form actually presents another "visceral mantra" meant to
encourage the warrior who practices it in the importance and harmony of
both the creative and destructive cycles and their interdependence in the
natural world.

Most significant is the ending form, "Two Fists Diverge in the
Woods," which calls upon the practitioner to consider both the
straight and curved, and embrace both for clarity and harmony.

Single Linking of the Five Fists:

This form is the traditional linking of the Five Fists and both their creative
and destructive cycles. By doing so, the practitioner is introduced to the
changing shapes and variations that develop when concepts are infused
and combined. Most notably is the twisting Splitting Fist that is likened
to the Chinese Water Lizard.

Linking Forms Applications:

In this chapter, applications and concepts of the Mutual Creation of the Five
Fists and the Single Linking of the Five Fists are used in self-defense
scenarios. Covered are techniques for manipulating the center line to
optimize Striking, Grappling (Suai Jiao), Takedowns, and Submissions
connecting concepts of the fists together continuously from the point of
attack.

End Credits:

In addition to thanking the people who made this video a reality, four year
old, and Famous Grandmaster, Jeremy Yun Sharp, demonstrates
what may be the original form of Xingyiquan as created by Yueh Wumu
(also known as Yueh Fei), and then puts the ultimate "wammy" on his top
student, Gerald A. Sharp, in a series of applications that's sure to bring a
grin to the most serious of martial artists past, present, or future.